Useful SME Related Links
Official Sri Lankan government portals, agencies, and programmes supporting digital transformation and SME growth — all in one place.
The apex government body for digital transformation. Runs the National Digital Economy Strategy 2030, SLUDI digital identity, startup support (Spiralation), and SME technology diffusion programmes.
The government ministry responsible for policy on Sri Lanka's digital economy. Oversees ICTA, national broadband, data protection, and digital literacy programmes for businesses and citizens.
Sri Lanka's national government cloud infrastructure. Provides secure hosting, data storage, and cloud services to government entities and registered businesses at subsidised rates.
The ministry overseeing SME development, industrial zones, and enterprise support in Sri Lanka. Gateway to SME development authority schemes, industrial park information, and business registration services.
The dedicated government body for SME development. Offers business advisory, capacity building workshops, SME registration, financial linkages, and skills development programmes island-wide.
Sri Lanka's official export promotion body. Offers the EDB eMarketplace for B2B/B2C digital sales, export capacity building, financial assistance schemes, and market intelligence for SME exporters.
Oversees financial sector regulations, SME lending guidelines, and digital payment infrastructure (LK-UPI, CEFTS). The CBSL portal provides financial literacy resources and regulatory guidance for SMEs.
Gateway to government-backed concessionary loan schemes for SMEs, including Gamperaliya, SME credit guarantee funds, and interest subsidy programmes. Lists all active government finance initiatives.
Sri Lanka's investment promotion authority. Offers tax concessions, investment approval, and one-stop service for businesses. BOI zones provide infrastructure support for tech-enabled SMEs.
The digital trade facilitation platform for import/export clearance, tariff inquiries, and customs declarations. Essential for SMEs dealing in cross-border commerce and export readiness.
For SMEs with overseas business interests or employing foreign workers. Offers online registration, worker documentation, and foreign employment regulations relevant to expanding businesses.
Online portal for Employees' Provident Fund and Employees' Trust Fund contributions. Mandatory for all Sri Lankan employers. Includes e-filing, balance inquiries, and registration for new businesses.
Register trademarks, patents, and copyrights for your business and products. NIPO's online services allow SMEs to protect their brand and innovations affordably before going digital.
Regulatory body for fair trade, price control, and consumer protection. SMEs selling online must comply with CAA regulations for e-commerce, digital pricing, and consumer dispute resolution.
The national cybersecurity authority. Provides free cybersecurity awareness resources, incident reporting, and digital security guidelines specifically designed for SMEs operating online.